Tue.Dec 13, 2022

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How image management contributes to end-of-year burnout

Inside Retail

As the name suggests, end of year burnout is when you encounter emotional and physical exhaustion and energy depletion, generally associated with the end of year and holiday season busyness. This time of year is often stressful for individuals, so when you accompany the usual Christmas festivities with added work deadlines, pressures, and expectations…for some people this can seem quite overwhelming.

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masquespacio draws from barcelona’s artistic scene to design new lynk & co interiors

Design Boom

the large room is occupied by smaller micro-spaces inspired by creative themes including architecture, movies, and music. The post masquespacio draws from barcelona’s artistic scene to design new lynk & co interiors appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Productivity Commission seeks action over fake Indigenous-style souvenirs

Inside Retail

Two out of every three products in the $80 million Indigenous-style souvenirs business is made up of forgeries with no ties to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, according to data from The Productivity Commission. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are being plundered in visual arts and crafts, says the commission, which is calling for action from the Australian Government to help the communities protect their cultures. .

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Gamified trading apps can harm users but there may be responsible design solutions

Design Week

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has released new research into how gamified elements in the design of stock trading apps could be engaging consumers for the worse. Following a considerable rise in digitalisation in financial services during the Covid-19 pandemic, with 1.15 million new accounts opened by four trading app firms in the first four months of 2021.

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Get MACH Ready: Preparing Your Business for Digital Transformation

Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.

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Brosa collapses into administration; buyer sought

Inside Retail

Brosa, the upmarket online furniture brand, has been placed in voluntary administration, citing a decline in trade since Covid-19 restrictions enabled consumers to shop at physical stores again. Last February, Brosa’s co-founder and CEO Ivan Lim told Inside Retail the business grew more than 100 per cent last financial year, in line with other online furniture retailers. .

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Gorgeous looks and incredible functionality: 4 modern coffee makers we adore

Design Wanted

For coffee lovers, the caffeinated beverage is more than just a drink. It’s a ritual. There is something special about preparing your morning coffee, and that […]. The post Gorgeous looks and incredible functionality: 4 modern coffee makers we adore appeared first on DesignWanted.

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New Veggie Grill Offers Four Brands Under One Roof

VMS

Veggie Grill (Irvine, Calif.) has opened a New York locale in which all four of its concepts are under one roof for the first time. The new restaurant, at 1004 Second Ave., is also the chain’s second eatery in New York and 35th overall. The concepts housed with the latest Veggie Grill are its flagship, along with Más Veggies Vegan Taqueria, Vegan Bowls For All and Stand-Up Burgers. “We’re thrilled to be unveiling the Veggie Grill experience to our Midtown consumers located in one of

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Is Wesfarmers’ Disney duet a sign of things to come?

Inside Retail

Last week, Wesfarmers dropped the gauntlet. . By announcing a partnership with The Walt Disney Company , and creating an easy way for customers to get access to the Disney+ video streaming service, as well as its own OnePass subscription shopping service , Wesfarmers has taken aim at Amazon Prime. The new subscription deal, which costs $14.99 a month and will be available later in December, saves customers $3 a month, and will likely provide shared access to data for both businesses’ customers.

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Party Like It’s 1999 at Blockbuster Pop-Up

VMS

“Be kind, please rewind.” That request, once found on signs at all Blockbuster stores, was ubiquitous when VHS tapes ruled the movie-rental world a couple of decades ago. And while almost all Blockbuster stores are gone (more on that later), their blue-and-yellow ambience lives on in a pop-up bar in Los Angeles created by entertainment companies Bucket Listers (New York) and New Gold Empire (New York).

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Opinion: Why 2023 could be a solid year for retail

Inside Retail

Christmas and new year trading metrics will be intensively analysed in the early months of 2023. After the disruption of Covid-19 and the preceding years of sluggish growth, all retail industry observers will be keen to assess the prospects for sustainable growth. Trading results for calendar 2022 compared with periods in 2021 and January 2022 that were not impacted by Covid-19 restrictions will provide the first snapshot of the current market and consumer confidence.

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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Cambridgeshire retailer reinvents store with full refit

Talking Retail

A new convenience store has been unveiled in Cambridgeshire offering shoppers an extensive range of both traditional and contemporary products including an impressive food to go offer. Launched last week following a full refurbishment, Nisa Local Southfields Drive in Stanground, Peterborough is the latest venture from award-winning independent retailer Siva Thievanayagam.

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Community is key: Why rural retail is having a resurgence

Inside Retail

After relocating from the city in search of a country lifestyle, Belle opened Texas Jane in 2019 with her business partner, Eloise, after identifying the limited range of fashion brands and products in Wagga Wagga. Despite strong demand, she said it was difficult to find local and international labels in the large regional hub at the time of opening.

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Research: Retail workers worry about taking time off sick due to financial worries

Talking Retail

The majority of UK retail staff (68%) are worried about the financial implications of taking time off work for a physical or mental illness, according to a survey commissioned by wellbeing and performance experts GoodShape. That’s just 1% less than workers in the hospitality & leisure sector who appear to be worried about the financial. This story continues at Research: Retail workers worry about taking time off sick due to financial worries.

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Woolworths set to sell stake in Endeavour Group for $636 million

Inside Retail

Australian supermarket giant Woolworths Group is selling a $636 million stake in Endeavour Group in a block trade, according to a term sheet seen by Reuters. Woolworths spun off Endeavour Group – its then drinks and hotels business – in mid 2021 and the company has since grown strongly on its own. In October, the group – which owns Dan Murphy’s, BWS and 344 hotels and clubs – reported sales grew 3.1 per cent to $3.02 billion for the 14 weeks to October 2.

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Forrester Report: Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions

Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.

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Mulberry, London

Retail Store Windows

This brand are just rocking it right now on the high street aren't they. Beyond the wonderful and strange forms they are using, we also love that there is only the tiniest nod to the season with a bit of metallic fringing. Anyway, gorgeous colours and yet another killer scheme. Check out our fantastic sponsors below for incredible Visual Merchandising solutions or click on the banners on the side of the main page at www.retailstorewindows.com Don't forget you can also join our community and uplo

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Belvita aims to add value for convenience retailers with new PMP

Talking Retail

Breakfast biscuit brand Belvita is introducing a new price-marked multi-pack format for its Belvita Honey & Nut flavour. As part of the brand’s aim to attract new shoppers and help add value to the category, the new Belvita Honey & Nut PMP taps into the healthier multipack space within the convenience channel and communicates value. This story continues at Belvita aims to add value for convenience retailers with new PMP.

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Shopper spend increases at UK supermarkets despite the squeeze on incomes, Nielsen reports

Retail Times

Total Till sales grew +7.6% in the last four weeks ending 3rd December 2022, this is up from +5.3% recorded last month, reveals new data released today by NielsenIQ.

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Shopper spend increases despite squeeze on incomes

Talking Retail

Total Till sales grew +7.6% in the last four weeks ending 3 December 2022, this is up from +5.3% recorded last month, reveals new data released today by NielsenIQ. This acceleration in Total Till sales is largely a result of double-digit food inflation, as UK shoppers remain cautious regarding the contents of their shopping baskets. This story continues at Shopper spend increases despite squeeze on incomes.

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Mapping Digital Transformation: Retail’s Strategic Shift

Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney

Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib

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6 Insights About the Packaging Industry to Know in 2023

Bay Cities

As we prepare to close out 2022 and welcome 2023, many retailers and brands are wondering what packaging industry stakeholders can expect in the year ahead.

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Glayva unveils bold new look in time for the holiday season

Talking Retail

Iconic Scottish liqueur Glayva has unveiled an eye-catching new look. Backed by a new consumer campaign which celebrates Glayva’s distinctive sweet-spiced ‘flava’ and will encourage consumers to enjoy the whisky liqueur over the holiday season and beyond. The design features golden tones of tangerine across the bottle. A new textured label brings Glayva’s honey-spiced flavour.

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Adjourn Teahouse by Ricardo Gomez

Retail Design Blog

Specializing in organic, hand-crafted, full-leaf tea blends, Adjourn™ is busting the myth of hustle culture, encouraging—no, begging—us to press pause.

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Welsh Cross Party Group explores impact of HFSS restrictions on local shops

Talking Retail

The Cross Party Group on Small Shops held a meeting to explore the impact of high fat, salt and sugar restrictions (HFSS) on local shops across Wales. The meeting was chaired by Vikki Howells MS and attended by a number of members of the Senedd and representatives from independent retail trade associations. During the meeting, This story continues at Welsh Cross Party Group explores impact of HFSS restrictions on local shops.

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The Personalization Playbook: 2024 Strategies

Did you know—74% of IT leaders are looking to improve their tech stack to offer better personalization? It’s impossible to ignore the importance of personalization, but it comes with challenges. How do you do it with a tight budget? What about customer privacy and the use of data? The Personalization Playbook is packed with research and insights from Orium, Talon.One, and Bloomreach and gives IT leaders answers to these tough questions, helping them shape 2024 strategies for personalization.

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Glow Production Offices by Archiplan Interior Design

Retail Design Blog

Archiplan Interior Design created an open, yet warm space for the Glow Production offices in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. Glow Production.

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Post Office cash deposits fall 2% while personal cash withdrawals hit record high

Talking Retail

New figures today reveal a fall in cash deposits at Post Offices in November but record levels of cash withdrawals as people continue to turn to cash in order to budget over winter. Personal and business cash deposits totalled £2.4bn in November, overall a 2% fall month-on-month (£2.45bn, October 2022). Personal cash deposits accounted for. This story continues at Post Office cash deposits fall 2% while personal cash withdrawals hit record high.

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Aquahouse Hotel & SPA by STARH

Retail Design Blog

Situated in the oldest resort in Bulgaria, St. st. Constantine, and Helena, Aquahouse Hotel & SPA is the newest addition.

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Restaurant Trends: What Comes After Chicken?

Chutegerdeman

The post Restaurant Trends: What Comes After Chicken? appeared first on Chute Gerdeman.

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How Personalized Customer Experiences Drive Retail Growth and Revenue

Speaker: Shaunna Bruton - Associate Director of Product Strategy at Orium | Sam Panzer - Director of Industry Strategy at Talon.One | Frank Passantino - Director of Product Management at Bloomreach

More and more, customers are expecting a better personalized CX. But can retailers actually deliver? Data from McKinsey shows that companies that excel in personalization increase their revenue by 40%, but despite these numbers, retailers struggle to implement customer personalization strategies. So what are the potential solutions? Join us to gain a better understanding of the current retail landscape and learn what you can do to translate personalization strategies into practical implementatio

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29CM Seongsu Store by studio fragment

Retail Design Blog

‘29CM Seongsu’ is the first offline showroom of the online store ‘29CM’ Making the unknown known means a change in.

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New Klarna research shows more effort needed to bolster loyalty programs

Inside Retail

Too many Australian retailers today are failing to take advantage of growing opportunities to better fulfil the needs of their customers. As the cost of living continues to rise, the needs and behaviours of consumers are rapidly evolving. Retailers can no longer expect loyalty programs alone to serve as the basis for a secure and long-lasting relationship with their customers.

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Cartier flagship store by Studio Parisien

Retail Design Blog

The house of Cartier arguably is the very first luxury brand to have settled in Amsterdam back in the mid-1970s,

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Design Week’s biggest product stories of 2022

Design Week

These sex toys are designed to not be hidden away In February, Morrama designed three sex toys for sexual wellness brand Toy Projects, inspired by the shape of lipstick vibrators. Feedback revealed that most traditional lipstick vibrators are too hard, so Morrama set out to find the right level of softness and flexibility for each of the three unique vibrators.

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Planning the Architecture of Your Modular DXP

Are you considering moving away from a monolith platform and over to composable architecture? Join experts from Google Cloud, GroupBy, and Orium as they discuss the benefits of moving to a modular digital experience platform. In this masterclass, uncover key indicators that show your brand is ready for a modular DXP, and learn how to lay the foundation for composable commerce.